Line Cook Jobs in Tumwater, WA

A Line Cook, or Station Chef, is an integral part of the culinary team in a commercial kitchen. They are primarily responsible for preparing food items, following recipes, and cooking meals in their designated section. The position demands efficiency, ability to work under pressure, and strong attention to detail as they need to deliver high-quality food within a fast-paced environment. Line Cooks also maintain clean work areas, sanitize kitchen equipment, and ensure food safety standards are upheld.

Before becoming a Line Cook, a person might start their culinary career as a Kitchen Helper, Dishwasher, or Prep Cook. Important skills for a Line Cook include cooking skills, knowledge of food safety, teamwork, and the ability to stand for long periods. A certification in food handling or a degree from a culinary school is often required. Some also pursue additional certifications such as the ServSafe Food Handler certificate and Certified Culinarian (CC) certification from the American Culinary Federation to enhance their credentials and improve job prospects.

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Dietary Cook

  • East Olympia, WA (1 mile from Tumwater, WA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • East Olympia, WA (1 mile from Tumwater, WA)
  • 7 hours ago

Overview Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as a Cook, where you will play a vital role in preparing and cooking nutritious meals for residents in a long-term care facility. At HCSG, we are...

Sandwich Artist

  • Olympia, WA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 8 hours ago

As part of the Subway Team, you as a Sandwich Artist will focus on four main things: Providing an excellent Guest experience Preparing and serving great food Keeping restaurants clean and...

Kitchen Team Member/Cook - Buffalo Wild Wings $16-$35/hr

  • Olympia, WA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 8 hours ago

Slicing, dicing, cooking, grilling and saucing gives you all kinds of opportunities to utilize your skills....

Cook - Hiring Immediately

  • Steilacoom, WA (18 miles from Tumwater, WA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Steilacoom, WA (18 miles from Tumwater, WA)
  • 11 hours ago

Senior Cook Location: STEILACOOM - Steilacom High School - 51955001 Workdays/shifts : Weekdays morning shifts. More details will be provided during the interview process. Employment Type:...

Food Service Worker Lead

  • Olympia, WA (8 miles from Tumwater, WA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Olympia, WA (8 miles from Tumwater, WA)
  • 22 hours ago

Our Opportunity South Puget Sound Community College (SPSCC) seeks highly motivated and qualified candidates to fill a part-time Food Service Worker Lead. This position will work primarily indoors...

Senior Cook

  • Steilacoom, WA (18 miles from Tumwater, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Steilacoom, WA (18 miles from Tumwater, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Location Name: STEILACOOM - Steilacom High School - 51955001 Location ID: 51955001_7 Senior Cook Location: STEILACOOM - Steilacom High School - 51955001 Workdays/shifts : Weekdays - morning...

Food Service Worker - Server or Cashier - 20262215

  • Lakewood, WA (24 miles from Tumwater, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lakewood, WA (24 miles from Tumwater, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Application Deadline: Search and selection procedures will be closed when a sufficient number of qualified candidates have been identified. Hourly Wage Range - $25.86/hr - $27.21/hr Hours per Day...

Now Hiring: Part-Time Line Cook (Centralia, WA)

  • Centralia, WA (16 miles from Tumwater, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Centralia, WA (16 miles from Tumwater, WA)
  • 1 day ago

Part-Time Line Cook Centralia We are looking for an experienced part-time line cook to join our busy restaurant in Centralia....

Line Cook - Breakfast Part-Time

  • Fircrest, WA (23 miles from Tumwater, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Fircrest, WA (23 miles from Tumwater, WA)
  • 2 days ago

Line Cooks can also be utilized in our snack bar, on the patio, or in the cabana....

Line Cook

  • Olympia, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 2 days ago

Line Cook Line Cook Hiring Range: $17.29-$19.67 Line Cook Full Compensation Range: $17.29-$22.91 Red Robin isn't your typical burger restaurant....

Cook Wanted

  • Lakewood, WA (24 miles from Tumwater, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Lakewood, WA (24 miles from Tumwater, WA)
  • 3 days ago

Were hiring an experienced cook who can hold down the line and the kitchen solo. If youve got solid skills, a strong work ethic, and take pride in putting out great food consistentlyread on. This...

Restaurant Cook 1

  • Centralia, WA (16 miles from Tumwater, WA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Centralia, WA (16 miles from Tumwater, WA)
  • 7 days ago

Pay: $20.69 per hour At Great Wolf, the Restaurant Cook 1 works in a fast paced, exciting environment to deliver on our commitment to high quality hospitality. The Restaurant Cook 1 prepares food...

Kitchen Team Member/Cook

  • Olympia, WA
  • 9 days ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 9 days ago

You will work in multiple stations, inclusive of Chip, Shake, Grill, Southwest, and Expo....

Market Line Cook

  • Shelton, WA (22 miles from Tumwater, WA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Shelton, WA (22 miles from Tumwater, WA)
  • 10 days ago

Job Type Full-time, Part-time Description Pay | $19 ~ $26/hr ( $17 - $21/hr base plus hourly bonus avg ) Title | Market Line Cook Hours | Part-Time / Full-Time Status | Seasonal (Through October, 2025...

Grill Cook (Full Time)

  • Lacey, WA (4 miles from Tumwater, WA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Lacey, WA (4 miles from Tumwater, WA)
  • 10 days ago

We are hiring immediately for full time GRILL COOK positions. Location : Bon Appetit at Saint Martin's University - 5000 Abbey Way Southeast, Lacey, WA 98503....

Demographic Data for Tumwater, WA

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Salary for Line Cook Jobs in Tumwater, WA

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Highest Education Level

Line Cooks in Tumwater, WA offer the following education background
High School or GED
33.1%
Associate's Degree
22.9%
Bachelor's Degree
19.7%
Vocational Degree or Certification
15.9%
Master's Degree
3.0%
Some College
2.9%
Some High School
2.1%
Doctorate Degree
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Line Cooks in Tumwater, WA
Less than 1 year
40.5%
2-4 years
26.0%
1-2 years
22.8%
None
9.8%
8-10 years
0.9%



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